Borris Lacemakers will bring their amazing lace to the Inistogue Vintage Rally, Co. Kilkenny on the banks of the River Nore on Sunday August 3rd 2025. This is a fun-filled family event with events for all ages. It is a totally volunteer event with all the profits going to the Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team.
Meet the Makers and learn about this unique Carlow craft. View our lace display, with lacemakers on hand to invite people to ‘Try a Stitch’. We will have copies of lace patterns available for younger children to colour.
An opportunity to purchase our Starter Pack with everything needed to learn the basics of Borris Lacemaking.
We look forward to meeting you!
Tutor: Mairead Woods (The Bronte School of Handcrafts)
Carrickmacross Lace is a beautiful, applique lace which has adorned brides veils and wedding dresses, christening gowns, handkerchiefs, collars and cuffs both here in Ireland and among Royal Families throughout Europe. In recent years both Kate Middleton and the late Princess Diana chose Carrickmacross Lace to embellish their wedding dresses, which was expertly sewn by The Royal School of Needlework in London.
This workshop gives you the opportunity to learn the techniques used in making Carrickmacross Lace. To create your own unique lace framed butterfly piece.
This workshop is suitable for participants age 16+
For Booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carrickmacross-lace-workshop-tickets-1365992332839
Discover Lace in Ireland is a digital collection of resources created by Friends of Lace Limerick and the South Armagh Lace Collective, with the support of The Guild of Irish Lacemakers.
The online event has the purpose of introducing the digital publication to the public at large, as well as the other digital resources available, and presenting our ambitious plans for August Craft Month 2025.
This project is funded by Creative Ireland’s Creative Communities on a Shared Island Scheme, and Limerick City and County Council through Creative Ireland Limerick.
As part of August Craft Month, Mountmellick Embroidery and Heritage Museum is organising a crafternoon tea at the Museum Studio.
Join us at Nano Nagle Place for an enchanting talk on Youghal Lace with the esteemed Veronica Stuart. Delve into the intricate artistry and rich history of Youghal Lace, as Veronica shares captivating stories and insights into this cherished Irish craft. Discover the legacy of craftsmanship and creativity that defines Youghal Lace, and gain a deeper appreciation for its cultural significance. Seize this fantastic chance to discover the exquisite artistry and elegance of Youghal Lace at Nano Nagle Place.
Generously funded by the Heritage Council and Cork City Council.
📍Lecture Space, Nano Nagle Place
🎟️ Booking Essential Click here to access our booking portal .
Join Headford Lace Project for a unique opportunity to get together with other craftmakers and craftgroups in the area.
Shared group craft activities are known to boost mental health and wellbeing. We will all benefit by sharing our skill sets, stories and examples of our work. While spending time together we will strengthen our connections in a relaxed setting.
Headford Lace Project will also exhibit a diverse range of handmade lace items from our archive during the event.
Bring your current textile project to work on or simply join us for refreshments, relax and enjoy!
This event is part-funded by Design & Crafts Council Ireland for August Craft Month 2024.
Accessibility Information: Wheelchair accessible, WC availaable, Parking available. Refreshments available.
Come along to Arthur Cottage for a free lace making demonstration as part of August Craft Month 2024.
4 miles from Ballymena town, situated in the heart of County Antrim. Only a short walk from the village of Cullybackey, it is the ancestral home of Chester Alan Arthur, the 21st President of the United States of America.
Enter this carefully restored cottage and be transported to a bygone era and see how the Arthur family lived in the late 18th Century. Follow the story of the Arthur family and trace the link from a rural village in Northern Ireland to the American Presidency.
Arthur Cottage provides an educational experience for all ages. Baking demonstrations over the open turf fire provide visitors with an unique experience where they can enjoy making and tasting the soda bread and pancakes.
An apple orchard is planted in the garden and watched over by a lady make of willow. The Cottage allows visitors to escape from busy life and gives the opportunity to explore how things used to be and appreciate the simple things in life.
No booking is necessary and further event information can be found on the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Facebook page and general property information on the links above.
Linked by a Thread is a Clones lace exhibition at the Ulster Canal Stores Visitor Centre .
The Linked by a Thread exhibition weaves the tale of this unique form of crochet lace, from its humble beginnings as a social enterprise in the post Famine period of the 1850’s, to its revival by dedicated locals in the 1980’s.
This is the only museum dedicated entirely to the crochet lace, and the collection holds stunning antique pieces ranging from the Victorian era, right through to more modern designs such as spectacular wedding dresses.
The exhibition very much emphasises the importance of women and their contribution to society in days gone by. It showcases their skills and imagination and allows us a glimpse into the past.
Visitors can immerse themselves in a short film which portrays the destitution of the region following the famine, before embarking on their own journey of discovery through the timeline of Clones Lace and its dedicated makers.
Funded under the Town & Village Renewal Scheme through the Department of Culture, Heritage and Gaeltacht, Monaghan County Council and Clones Development Society.
The Lace Museum, Restaurant and Craft shop is situated in Clones at the heart of the Drumlin countryside in County Monaghan. Travel time of just over 90 minutes from Dublin, Belfast or Galway.
Based in a recently refurbished former canal storehouse built in the late 1800’s. This limestone cut building is quaint yet welcoming and retains many of its original features. Perfect for a stop-off while deciding on where next to explore in Ireland’s Ancient East.
Open Tuesday to Saturday.
Lacemaking demonstrations are available throughout the month of August on demand at the Kenmare Lace and Design Centre.
Monday to Friday 10.30 am to 1.00pm.
Borris Lacemakers will hold a lace display and demonstration at the Arboretum Home and Garden Centre, Leighlinbridge 12 – 4pm.
Come along and see beautiful samples of Borris Lace, meet the Lacemakers and maybe try your hand at a stitch!
Advanced booking is required: email borrislacemakers@gmail.com for this free event
This event is part-funded by Design & Crafts Council Ireland for August Craft Month 2024.
